The best times to visit Liepaja for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 23rd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Liepaja Travel Info

Weather in Liepaja

Temperature

Average temperatures in Liepaja vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 25th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Liepaja, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 74.6°F (23.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.3°F (13.5°C) at night.

Liepaja Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Liepaja Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Liepaja Perceived Temperature (F)

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Liepaja Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Liepaja Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 33.1 29 23.3
Feb 33.1 28.5 22.7
Mar 41.5 35.5 28.2
Apr 51.7 43.7 34.1
May 61 52.7 42.2
Jun 66.5 59.1 49.1
Jul 72 64.8 55.6
Aug 71.5 63.9 54.6
Sep 63 56.2 48.1
Oct 52.7 46.9 40.1
Nov 44.7 41.1 36.3
Dec 37.6 34.3 29.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.6 -1.7 -4.8
Feb 0.6 -1.9 -5.2
Mar 5.3 1.9 -2.1
Apr 10.9 6.5 1.2
May 16.1 11.5 5.7
Jun 19.2 15.1 9.5
Jul 22.2 18.2 13.1
Aug 21.9 17.7 12.6
Sep 17.2 13.4 8.9
Oct 11.5 8.3 4.5
Nov 7.1 5.1 2.4
Dec 3.1 1.3 -1.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Liepaja are April, May, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid January with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 8th.

When can you find snow in Liepaja? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to mid December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Liepaja is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Liepaja.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Liepaja (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 34% 3.3 2.7
Feb 20% 2.9 1.4
Mar 17% 2.4 1.4
Apr 14% 0.7 1.1
May 16% 0 1.8
Jun 16% 0 1.9
Jul 23% 0 3.7
Aug 27% 0 3.4
Sep 29% 0 3.4
Oct 27% 0 3.4
Nov 36% 1.6 3.3
Dec 36% 4.3 3.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 34 8.4 6.9
Feb 20 7.4 3.6
Mar 17 6.1 3.6
Apr 14 1.8 2.8
May 16 0 4.6
Jun 16 0 4.8
Jul 23 0 9.4
Aug 27 0 8.6
Sep 29 0 8.6
Oct 27 0 8.6
Nov 36 4.1 8.4
Dec 36 10.9 8.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Liepaja has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (66.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (84.5%).

Wind in Liepaja is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by January and November. December’s average wind speed of around 8.1 knots (9.4 MPH or 15.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 15.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Liepaja.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Feb 7.1 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Mar 7 Gentle breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Apr 6.4 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
May 5.9 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Jul 5.8 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Aug 6 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Sep 6 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Oct 6.6 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Nov 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Dec 8.1 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 82.5%
Feb 80.7%
Mar 74.7%
Apr 66.1%
May 67.9%
Jun 70.8%
Jul 73.1%
Aug 72.1%
Sep 76.3%
Oct 78.4%
Nov 84.5%
Dec 84%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Liepaja?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Latvia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 16, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Liepaja, Latvia is December, followed by June and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Liepaja in January. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.3 in January means 36.3% of the tourists vs. December.

 

 

Overall Liepaja Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 65.9°F (18.8°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Liepaja, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 66°F (18.9°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 8 to 11 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Liepaja to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 39.8°F (4.3°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 11 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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